All types of industries need qualified job applicants to fill administrative positions. An administrator helps direct daily activities for an organization, department or a business office. If you are interested in getting an administrative job, some steps will help you be successful.

Education

A number of educational routes can help you pursue a career as an administrator. A bachelor's degree in business administration can help qualify you for administrative careers including human resources manager, retail manager or school administrator. A business associate degrees and certification courses can help you obtain an administrative job at an entry-level position such as an administrative assistant or an office support position. These programs teach leadership skills and effective business management methods.

Develop Skills

Successful administrative job applicants feel comfortable making decisions and being part of an organized team. If you wish to pursue a career in administration, you should hone the necessary skills and qualities that are important for the job. Skills important for administrative jobs include excellent communication, leadership ability, attention to detail and analytic skills.

Training and Experience

Internships or graduate assistants programs provide experience needed for administrative jobs. Leadership roles in student organizations can also help you gain valuable experience you can use when pursuing an administrative job.

Prepare Your Resume

An attractive resume is your first impression to perspective employers. The resume should be brief but also contain any information pertinent for obtaining an administrative job. Make sure you pay attention to detail and all information in your resume is current and accurate. Highlight any administrative skills you have on your resume such as organizational or planning skills.

Job Interviews

Sell yourself to prospective employers at the job interview. It is your chance to show how your administrative skills and training can benefit the company. Answer all questions thoroughly and have some questions prepared in advance to ask the interviewer. This will demonstrate your interest in the company and the job position. During the interview, highlight any administrative skills you have including any experience you have in supervising others. Be prepared for the interviewer to challenge you and ask how you would handle potential conflicts in an administrative setting. By your answers, he will be able to assess your problem-solving skills to see if you are a good fit for the position.

About the Author

Janet Hunt has worked in the insurance industry for more than 15 years. Now serving in online marketing, she also has expertise in business and finance topics. Hunt received her Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. Hunt has also worked as a food services manager for a high school cafeteria and received her school nutrition certification in 2002.